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International Women's Day, Brisbane

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International Women's Day, Brisbane

Wed., 6 March 2019, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm AEST

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Thank you for your interest in International Women's Day 2019, Brisbane. Tickets are now sold out however you can still join the wait list and we can contact you if a ticket becomes available. If you have any questions, please email Women in Focus Event Coordinator, Marlee Redshaw, marlee.redshaw@cba.com.au

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International Women’s Day is an important time for us all to come together to celebrate our achievements and continue to drive change to create a better, more equal world.

We believe that a collaborative effort is required in order to achieve gender equality. As we come together to celebrate, you'll hear from thought leaders and social change makers who are working hard to create lasting change across government, business, not-for-profits and communities.

This year, $20 from every ticket purchased will be contributed to the Women in Focus Giving Community, raising funds for programs that support women who face challenges accessing the opportunities they need to thrive, building their capability and confidence in three key areas: education, business skills and financial wellbeing. Through focusing on these areas, we believe we can make a lasting impact on improving the quality of life of women and girls and ultimately build stronger communities. We will share the details of the programs we’ll be supporting through the Giving Community soon.

At each event, a panel of inspiring speakers – from board directors to community leaders – will explore some of the barriers women face and the work that is underway to break them down. You can read more about our speakers below.

We’re much more powerful when we work together. We hope you’ll join us as we come together to celebrate and hear from some of Australia's leading change makers this International Women’s Day.

Speakers

Trista Brohier

Executive Chair, DAWN Chair, The Hunger Project (QLD)

Trista Brohier is on a mission to bring education and empowerment to women and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Following an illustrious global career as a senior executive in the mining, pharmaceuticals (FMCG) and manufacturing industries, she is now Chair of The Hunger Project in Queensland, a role that enables her to share her life experiences and help educate women around the globe. She is also Executive Chair of DAWN, helping others from culturally diverse and non-English speaking backgrounds reach their workplace potential.

Breeanna Brock

Women’s Football Chief Executive Officer, Brisbane Lions AFC

Breeanna Brock was the first female CEO to be appointed in the AFL. In her six-year tenure in female football, she has cemented Queensland’s reputation as a powerhouse state for women’s AFL. By establishing the Brisbane Lions inaugural women’s team, who went on to play an undefeated debut season, Breeanna has created a full playing pathway for the women and girls of Queensland. Awarded the AFL Football Woman of the Year award in 2018, Breeanna’s work is slowly dismantling age-old thinking around female representation in sport.

Dr Arne Rubinstein

Founder & CEO, the Rites of Passage Institute

Dr Arne Rubinstein is an internationally recognised expert on adolescent development. He has been running Rite of Passage programs for teenagers in Australia and internationally for more than 20 years. His camps, leadership trainings and seminars are designed to support boys and girls to make a safe, healthy transition from children to young adults. Dr Rubinstein is the author of The Making of Men and has won multiple awards for his work, including being nominated in 2008 for Australian of the Year. He believes strongly in fostering emotional diversity in young boys.